lespirazione

Lespirazione is a coined term found in some Italian-language discussions to describe a mode of inspiration that emphasizes external or collaborative sources rather than solitary genius. It is not a standard term in formal philosophy, literary theory, or established art criticism.

As a neologism, lespirazione is used as a stylized form rather than a fixed scholarly concept; its exact origins and definitions vary by author and context, and it tends to appear in contemporary design, arts, and cultural writing.

In practice, proponents describe lespirazione as a process of gathering stimuli from multiple external sources—nature, urban environments, conversations, and other creatives—and translating that input into original work through dialogue, collaboration, or cross-disciplinary experimentation.

Supporters argue that the term articulates a shift away from the notion of the solitary genius toward a more networked form of creativity. Critics, however, view it as vague or marketing-oriented, depending on how it is framed.

Related concepts include inspiration, creativity, collaboration, and design thinking.